Creation Care Ministry of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis
In the face of climate change there is no ‘one solution fits all.’ Whether you are searching as an individual, a parish, a school, or a religious congregation, we’ve compiled some ideas that could work for you!
Website raise public awareness of our choices and the impact on our waterways. …
Tools from Energy Star to help your congregation achieve and sustain a high level of energy and water stewardship and pollution prevention …
How to become a Sacred Grounds™ congregation and engage congregants in creating habitat at home while advancing faith stewardship practices community-wide. …
Videos from the National Wildlife Federation on different ways to green your grounds (stormwater runoff, planting strategies, and more) and testimonials from other congregations. …
Bullet points for your parishioners to take action as well as prayer and reflection with the St. Francis Pledge. …
A chart to understand the process of your organization becoming an ecological leader from the practical to religious standpoints (From Catholic Earthcare Australia). …
(In development) Online series of learning modules on waste reduction, reuse, recycling, composting, sustainable product design, the circular economy, and a variety of other topics. Each module will utilize a variety of media to dynamically educate …
The home page for the Purdue Climate Change Research Center …
Several resources which provide information and technical support for planning and implementing projects in your parish. …
Explains common types of energy-using equipment in churches and identifies energy-saving initiatives. …
This practical guide, released by the Global Catholic Climate Movement, is intended to help parishes and communities reduce their carbon footprint and take action against climate change. …
Information and financial resources to Catholic organizations that wish to embrace and install solar power and other energy efficiency equipment …